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Strangeville: West Asheville’s horned lizard in a liquor jar mystery
A horned lizard in a West Asheville liquor jar sparked an Asheville mystery in 1928.
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Hikes of WNC: South Slope Mural Trail
Sometimes you don't want to travel too far for a good hike. Fortunately, downtown Asheville is home to a two mile urban trail, the South Slope Mural Trail, home to many local businesses covered with interesting artwork. It's like taking a hike and visiting an art gallery at the same time!
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Asheville area residents urged to help protect animals during cold snap
Tips include bringing pets indoors and reporting animals left without shelter
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Tombstone Tales: Mary McDowell and the railroad disaster that shocked Asheville
She was a single line in an 1887 headline after a deadly railroad wreck. Today, Mary McDowell’s story survives in a stone in Riverside Cemetery and in the tragedy that stunned Asheville.
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‘The Rip’ is the rare Ben Affleck and Matt Damon movie to skip – 828reviewsNOW
"The Rip," a new action crime thriller starring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, was released on Netflix on Friday, Jan. 16. Read our review.
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‘Save the Woods’ walkout draws dozens of UNC Asheville students, community members
A crowd of University of North Carolina Asheville students, Asheville community members and local leaders attended a walkout today in front of the Highsmith Student Union on UNC Asheville campus. The protest was organized in support of "Save the Woods," a local rallying cry for the preservation of 45 acres of nearby urban forest.
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Suspect charged in Henderson County killings
Suspect faces two first-degree murder counts and attempted murder charges, sheriff's office says
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Asheville police ask for help locating teen facing new felony charges
Detectives say additional victims may be involved in ongoing investigation
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Duke Energy to upgrade electric grid in Weaverville
Downtown work expected to begin in February and continue through mid-April, with traffic impacts likely
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Frigid air, gusty winds bring hazards to Asheville area
Wind chills, fire danger and minor wintry weather expected across Western North Carolina
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PGA TOUR names event director for Biltmore Championship Asheville
Nate Goldsnider brings nearly a decade of experience in golf and major sporting events
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Some schools in Asheville area delay start times after frigid night
Several districts opt for delayed starts because of concerns about road conditions
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NC author Katelyn Williams on writing a book for ‘Brown Girls’ everywhere
On Tuesday, Jan. 13, debut author Katelyn Williams published her first children's book, "What Can Brown Girls Do?," a spotlight on the accomplishments of eight real-world Black and Brown women, written by Williams and illustrated by Danielle Arrington.
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‘Love, Marquee’: Art gallery to host 4th anniversary Valentine’s bash
Next month, Marquee Asheville will ring in four years of Asheville community with a Valentine's celebration.
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Long Verizon outage ends, company offers credit to customers
Wireless voice and data services restored after disruption; users advised to restart devices if problems persist
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Teens-level cold prompts pipe freeze warnings in Asheville
City recommends dripping faucets, insulating pipes and keeping thermostats steady
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Two new measles cases reported in Buncombe County
State total rises to seven as officials link cases to South Carolina outbreak
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Weaverville rolls out redesigned water bills
New statements will show usage in gallons, add late-fee box and include a yearlong usage
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Employers face higher living wage threshold in Asheville area
Just Economics sets $24.10 hourly rate, offers pledged option for businesses
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‘Sewer Kitty’ discovered under downtown Asheville storm drain
Two downtown Asheville workers were taken aback when they heard meowing coming from a nearby sewer grate. Upon closer inspection, the duo discovered a small, grey cat beneath a Battery Park Avenue storm drain.
